Project Manager

Matrix USA is a global, dynamic, fast-growing technical consultancy leading technology services company. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the implementation of Financial Crime, Anti‑Money Laundering (AML), and Fraud Prevention solutions, managing end-to-end project delivery and coordinating cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Lead full lifecycle implementation of AML, Financial Crime, and Fraud Management systems—from initiation through deployment and stabilization
• Develop project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource allocations aligned with business and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate daily project activities, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within scope
• Drive project governance, including status reporting, issue tracking, risk management, and stakeholder communication
• Translate AML and regulatory requirements (e.g., KYC, CDD, EDD, Transaction Monitoring, Sanctions Screening) into clear functional and technical project deliverables
• Work closely with compliance, risk, data, and technology teams to ensure system design aligns with regulatory expectations
• Support configuration of rules, scenarios, thresholds, and alert workflows within AML systems
• Manage testing cycles (SIT, UAT, Regression) to validate AML controls and operational processes
• Serve as the central point of coordination between compliance, product, engineering, data teams, and external vendors
• Facilitate workshops, requirements gathering sessions, and design reviews
• Ensure operational readiness for go-live, including training, documentation, and process alignment with AML operations teams
• Manage vendor relationships, system integration partners, and third-party service providers
• Oversee solution design, configuration, integration, and data mapping for AML platforms
• Validate implementation against contractual obligations, KPIs, and SLAs
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation including BRDs, FRDs, process flows, test plans, RAIDs, and training materials
• Identify project risks and execute mitigation strategies
• Ensure alignment with internal audit standards and regulatory requirements throughout implementation

Requirements:

• 5+ years of project management experience within financial services, fintech, banking, or compliance environments
• Hands‑on experience with AML, Financial Crime, Fraud Detection, or Sanctions systems (e.g., Actimize, FICO, SAS, Quantexa, etc.)
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks: KYC, CDD/EDD, OFAC, FATF, AML/CTF laws, and global compliance standards
• Proven ability to manage complex system implementations, data integrations, and cross‑functional initiatives
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills
• PMP, Agile/Scrum certifications, or similar credentials preferred (not required)
• Background in compliance operations, AML investigation workflows, or financial crime analytics
• Experience with data pipelines, ETL processes, or integrations supporting AML systems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to thrive in fast‑paced, global, and evolving environments